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A view of the ship Petrel at Imperial Dock in Leith, Edinburgh, which has become dislodged from its holding and is partially toppled over. Photo: Jane Barlow/PA Wire

Major operation after ship tips on side at Leith Docks - what we know so far Rhoda Morrison

SNP leadership candidate Kate Forbes says decentralisation 'has to happen'.

Kate Forbes on how her policies would affect Edinburgh if she becomes leader Ian Swanson

Evening News deputy editor Ginny Sanderson chose this popular attraction at the top of the High Street. She said: "Camera Obscura is one of Edinburgh's best known tourist attractions and it really is worth a visit. They pack in so many optical illusions in that tower that it makes you feel like a big kid exploring the place and trying things out. I am not ashamed to admit I have spent hours there. Besides the Camera Obscura itself, the highlights are the vortex tunnel which makes you feel like you've had about 10 pints, the mirror maze, and the voyeuristic little camera bit where you can zoom in on the people wandering around the Castle Esplanade."

Our favourite tourist attractions - in pictures Kevin Quinn

Leith Docks Major Incident: Ship tipping in dry dock and injuring 33 people was 'so scary', worker says

Ship tipping in dry dock and injuring 33 people was 'so scary', worker says Dan Barker, Lucinda Cameron and Emma Lawson

Emergency services at Imperial Dock in Leith, Edinburgh, where a ship has become dislodged from its holding and is partially toppled over. Photo: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Leith Docks: 33 people injured after ship blows on side in high winds Jolene Campbell

The UK’s first major live Fortnite tournament is set to be staged Edinburgh this summer.

Edinburgh to host major Fortnite tournament Gary Flockhart

So much has Edinburgh changed in the 30 years since the publication of Irvine Welsh's cult novel Trainspotting.

Trainspotting locations which changed beyond recognition Gary Flockhart

A ship is currently leaning towards the docks at a worrying angle in Leith, Edinburgh. (Photo credit: @Tomafc83 on Twitter)

Emergency services attend major incident at Leith Docks Anna Bryan

Woodland Creatures on Leith Walk has been put up for sale.

Popular Leith bar goes up for sale Gary Flockhart

The ship that has tipped is the research vessel the 'Petrel' which has been docked in Leith since 2020.

Ship tips on its side in Leith Docks - in pictures Rachel Mackie

Leith Docks Major Incident: NHS Lothian warn of pressure on Edinburgh A&E after major incident in Leith

NHS Lothian warn of pressure on A&E after major incident in Leith Rachel Mackie

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Dame Judi Dench. Picture: Dan Kitwood

Edinburgh Festival Fringe: Dame Judi Dench to appear in stage show Brian Ferguson

Crowds throng the Royal Mile during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe (Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images)

Questions are stacking up for Fringe Society over government-funded HQ Brian Ferguson

The show BullyBully will be part of this year's Edinburgh International Children’s Festival. Picture: Kamerich & Budwilowitz

Children's festival tackles 'childish' world leaders, climate change and gender Brian Ferguson

A crowdfunding campaign is underway to support Devine Tension's new promenade performance show Passion Project.

Culture crowdfunders launched for drag queen, pop-up cinema and railway mural Brian Ferguson

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The bypass was closed between the Gogar roundabout and Hermiston Gait following a crash.

City bypass closed eastbound after crash Ian Swanson

A driver collided with a set of traffic lights on Leith Walk in Edinburgh on Tuesday night, March 21.

Driver charged after crashing into traffic lights on Leith Walk Anna Bryan

An 18-year-old driver was arrested after she tested positive for cannabis during a police stop in West Lothian.

Driver arrested after police noticed cannabis smell coming from car Anna Bryan

Damage ranges from burst tyres to shattered suspension (NationalWorld/Abode Stock)

2.7 million cars forced off the road by pothole damage Matt Allan

Being stuck in a traffic jam is no one's idea of fun (Picture: Andreas Rentz/Getty Images)

West Edinburgh's traffic gridlock looks set to get a lot worse Vladimir McTavish

Departing from Picardy Place shortly after 8pm, a test tram made its way down Leith Walk at a pedestrian pace, taking a short pause at each of the new tram stops

The second great siege of Leith is finally lifted after trams sneak into town Susan Morrison

Crime See more

Edinburgh crime: Woman arrested after £3,000 worth of drugs found in Leith raid

Woman arrested after £3,000 worth of drugs found in Leith raid Rachel Mackie

A police chase took place in Edinburgh Road near Bathgate

Police chase on major road sees man charged with road and drug offences Rhoda Morrison

The incident took place at this industrial estate in Linlithgow.

Money stolen during break-in at industrial estate Kevin Quinn

Man arrested and charged with attempted murder after serious assault on Dykes Road in Penicuik.

Man charged with attempted murder after serious assault Anna Bryan

Raymond Rushton, last seen in the Crewe Road Gardens area of Edinburgh on February 26, has been traced.

Missing man found after more than three weeks Ian Swanson

East Lothian crime: Man arrested after police called to Musselburgh town centre

Arrest made after police called to high street disturbance Rachel Mackie

It has been more than four decades since Christine Eadie and Helen Scott were murdered

World's End Murders: Watch the first episode of our new crime series Rhoda Morrison

Angel McDaid, 13, has been traced safe and well by officers in Edinburgh.

Missing girl traced ‘safe and well’ Anna Bryan

Weather See more

Edinburgh weather: The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow for the Lothians.

More snow forecast as Met Office issues yellow weather warning Anna Bryan

Edinburgh weather: Rain is forecast to fall in the Capital for the next two weeks, according to BBC weather.

Rain forecast to fall for the next 12 days Anna Bryan

Edinburgh weather: Flood warnings in force for Edinburgh and the Lothians as more extreme weather hits

Flood warnings in force for Edinburgh and the Lothians Rachel Mackie

Heavy rain is expected in the Capital for most of Monday. Photo by Lisa Ferguson.

Weather warning ahead of cold and wet start to the week Kevin Quinn

Business See more

The mystery red box from Virgin will appear at St Giles Cathedral tomorrow.

Mystery red box will give residents the chance to win prizes Kevin Quinn

Nicola Anderson, boss of FinTech Scotland, cheered the UK Government supporting the 'high-growth potential of fintech innovation in Glasgow. Picture: Lisa Ferguson.

Innovation in Scots fintech boosted as UK bankrolls pioneering Glasgow project Emma Newlands

Sweet Surprise at Jarnac Court in Dalkeith is due to open on Monday.

New dessert diner set to open on Monday Kevin Quinn

The new Jigsaw store has a retail area of 1,500 square feet and has a boutique feel, with soft lighting and featuring bold mid-century furniture throughout.

Jigsaw opens its new Edinburgh boutique Gary Flockhart

Politics See more

New developments are expanding Edinburgh westwards towards the airport

Emerging business district at Haymarket is exactly what city needs John McLellan

Andrew Kerr is chief executive of Edinburgh Council (Picture: Greg Macvean)

After another bad report about council, it's time for change at the top John McLellan

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's Budget showed the Tories are out of ideas (Picture: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire)

Tories are out of touch, out of ideas and morally bankrupt – Ian Murray Ian Murray

Education See more

The former prison governor's house at Saughton Prison (HMP Edinburgh).

Plans to build Muslim primary school in former prison governor's house Kevin Quinn

Concerned parents with Craig Hoy MSP and Cheryl Brown from Midlothian Sure Start.

Petition launched to save 'crucial' early leaning centres in Midlothian By The Newsroom

The Scottish Actor who boasted impressive roles from James Bond to Robin Hood, was born in the Fountainbridge area in 1930. Back then, he attended Tollcross Primary School but decided to leave education early at 13 to become a milkman. Unlikely origins for the man who would become one of Scotland’s most famous stars. He passed away in 2020, but his legacy lives on in the hearts of many.

10 Famous Edinburgh Students: Celebrities who studied at Edinburgh schools Thomas Mackay

Teachers on the picket line at Royal Mile Primary School.

Passing drivers support for striking teachers Ian Swanson

Health See more

These 13 eerie photos show Edinburgh’s empty streets during the early days of the first lockdown in 2020

13 photos of Edinburgh’s empty streets during first lockdown Gary Flockhart

Scotland's streets were eerily quiet in the wake of the Prime Minister's coronavirus lockdown.

29 photos of Scotland's empty streets from the start of lockdown Joshua King

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was discussing Stoneyburn manager Steven Sharp's condition.

Rishi Sunak to meet Stoneyburn FC manager Barry Anderson

Opinion See more

Humza Yousaf congratulates Nicola Sturgeon following the local government elections last year (Picture: Lesley Martin/PA)

If Yousaf is anything to go by, Sturgeon needn't worry about being overshadowed John McLellan

Inch House in Inch Park, where a new group of 'Friends' is being set up to help look after it

Capital's fantastic parks are winning new friends to help keep them that way Donald Anderson

Jason Byrne is at Glasgow Comedy Festival

Jason Byrne is a good reason to go west for fun - Fiona Duff Fiona Duff

Nottingham's Broadmarsh Centre is a concrete monstrosity much like Edinburgh's former St James Centre (Picture: Tim Goode/PA)

A Tale of Two Cities: The very different fortunes of Edinburgh and Nottingham Donald Anderson

People See more

This quaint cottage full of potential is currently available at offers over £215,000. A spokesperson for the ESPC said: "The most affordable property on the list is this fixer-upper in Longniddry in East Lothian which has huge potential to become a spacious family home with space for three bedrooms, a bathroom and an open-plan kitchen/dining room. There is also a brick-built garage or workshop, further outdoor storage space and a greenhouse."
A closing date has been set for this property.

The top 10 most viewed properties Kevin Quinn

These pictures of AirThrill in East Kilbride give an idea of what to expect when the Edinburgh venue opens.

Edinburgh to get new family-friendly Inflatable Park Gary Flockhart

Leith Docks Major Incident: Fourteen people still in hospital after ship toppled in dry dock

Leith Docks: 14 people remain in hospital after ship tipped on side Rachel Mackie

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Brooklyn Beckham’s new tattoo of Nicola Peltz

Brooklyn Beckham shows off latest tattoo of Nicola Peltz Chloe Clarke

Martin Lewis is urging all mobile phone users to check their contracts (Photo: ITV)

Martin Lewis urges people to send two texts before bills rise in April Beth Franklin

King Charles visit to France could be moved due to riots in Paris

King Charles visit to France could be moved due to fears of violence Sam Johnson

Google warns users to delete hugely popular app Pinduoduo from phones as it faces Play Store ban

Breaking Google warns users to delete hugely popular app from devices Will Millar